Costume, Hair & Makeup Guide
This page has everything you need to make sure your dancer shines on stage! Please bookmark this page for quick access to costume instructions, hairstyle guidelines, and makeup tips.
π Hair & Makeup Guidelines
Hair: Must be secured away from the face and styled according to class instructions (bun, ponytail, or other specified style). No loose strands.
Makeup: Light, age-appropriate makeup for younger dancers (blush, lip gloss, neutral eye shadow). Older dancers may use full stage makeup (foundation, blush, lipstick, eye shadow, mascara).
Boys: Neat, styled hair and light stage powder if needed to reduce shine.
π‘ Remember: stage lighting can wash out faces β makeup ensures dancers look vibrant and confident on stage!
Pre-K to Elementary Girls Stage Makeup Tutorial
NOTE: Makeup is not required for our youngest dancers. If they are comfortable wearing it, wonderful β if not, thatβs perfectly fine too!
For those who do wear makeup, please stick with neutral eyeshadow shades and a berry-colored lipstick for a polished stage look.
Junior Girls Stage Makeup Tutorial
Please stick with neutral eyeshadow shades and a berry-colored lipstick for a polished stage look.
False lashes are not necessary for junior-level dancers.
HAIR TUTORIALS
Bun Hair Tutorial
We recommend brushing gel through your hair BEFORE making the ponytail to get an extra slick back bun.
BOYS HAIR & MAKEUP TUTORIALS
Boys Hair & Makeup Tutorial
Hair and makeup is not required for boys. However, we recommend gel for a slick, styled look that will stay for the length of recital!
If you choose to use makeup, please stick with neutral eyeshadow shades and a natural-colored lipstick for a polished stage look.
COSTUME LOOKBOOK
2025 Winter Show Lookbook by Music in Motion